Srirampur - Singur, Hooghly
Srirampur is a village situated in the Singur subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 18.1 km from Singur. Basubati serves as the Gram Panchayat for Srirampur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Srirampur is 325516. The village covers a total geographical area of 138.84 hectares and falls under the 712409 pincode. Serampore is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Srirampur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Haripal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Arambag Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Srirampur
According to the 2011 Census, Srirampur village had a total population of 3,762 people, including 1,960 males and 1,802 females, living in 879 households. The sex ratio was 919 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 89.77%, with male literacy at 94.16% and female literacy at 84.98%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 265.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,762 | 1,960 | 1,802 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 312 | 161 | 151 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 265 | 136 | 129 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 3,097 | 1,694 | 1,403 |
| Illiterate Population | 665 | 266 | 399 |
Nearby Villages of Srirampur
Srirampur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Lakshmanpur | South-West | 0.71 km |
| Madhubati | East | 0.92 km |
| Shibrambati | East | 1.03 km |
| Santoshbati | North | 1.06 km |
| Rajarambati | West | 1.11 km |
| Basubati | South | 1.31 km |
| Satgara | North-West | 1.86 km |
| Kumirgarre | South-West | 1.90 km |
| Bisweswarbati | South-East | 1.92 km |
| Mirzapur-bakipur | North-East | 1.95 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Srirampur
Srirampur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Balarambati, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 23.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Serampore to Srirampur is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Srirampur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Srirampur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Srirampur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Srirampur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Srirampur
Where is Srirampur located?
Srirampur village is located in Singur Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Srirampur?
The Gram Panchayat of Srirampur is Basubati.
What is the pincode of Srirampur?
The pincode of Srirampur is 712409.
What is the population of Srirampur?
Srirampur had a total population of 3,762, including 1,960 males and 1,802 females.
How many households are there in Srirampur?
Srirampur had 879 households.
What is the literacy rate in Srirampur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Srirampur was 89.77%. Male literacy was 94.16% and female literacy was 84.98%.